Coulter Fellows

The purpose of this program is to provide an industry-facing fellowship or internship for learners at the University of Virginia and extend the translational research network for the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The Program shall facilitate career development, increase corporate collaborations, and increase industry placement, by providing support for students to explore internships. 

The program is consistent with the Coulter mission of Science Serving Humanity by nurturing the next generation of scientists, clinicians, and engineers in applied technical skills. 

2022 Coulter Fellows

Aidan Houser
Andrew Miller
Ashar Kamal
Casey Evans
Christian Anton
Chris Hepner
Elise Nelton
Haritha Sasikumar
Jack Whitewolf
Kareen El-Ghazawi
Megan Haase
Michael Rairden
Natasha Claxton

Proposal Requirements

Student candidates will submit a one-page proposal which will include a summary of the internship and a budget justification for funds. A support letter from the corporate or technical sponsor is highly recommended. Students will do their internship with an existing and established company/industry partner that is currently doing work related to Biomedical Engineering. The proposed internship shall have the support of the company and a mentor within the company should already be identified. Upon completion of internship, students will submit a one-page report.

  • Eligibility

    BME Undergraduates with aligned experience of course work taken. Graduate students in the BME Ph.D., ME, or MS programs are eligible to apply. 

  • Proposal Requirements

    Student candidates will submit a one-page proposal which will include a summary of the internship and a budget justification for funds. A support letter from the corporate or technical sponsor is highly recommended. Students will do their internship with an existing and established company/industry partner that is currently doing work related to Biomedical Engineering. The proposed internship shall have the support of the company and a mentor within the company should already be identified. Upon completion of internship, students will submit a one-page report.

  • Review Process

    Decisions shall be made by a program committee that is comprised of the Shannon Barker, BME Undergraduate Program Director, Shayn Peirce-Cottler, BME Graduate Program Director, and an Industry Alumni Co-Sponsor, Kris Rawls. Once selection decisions have been finalized, the awardee will receive a confirmation letter. A one-time stipend will then be distributed to the awarded fellow. 

  • Timeline

    Applications for summer internship funding are due by May 20th, 2022. After the deadline, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

    Please contact uvacoulter@virginia.edu if you are interested in applying but will not be able to complete the application before the deadline. 

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    How will I receive the Fellowship funding? 

    Awardees will receive a one-time stipend payment.

    Can I apply for funding more than once? 

    Students are eligible to apply for the fellowship multiple times throughout their studies at UVA. 

    What can I use the stipend for? 

    The funds are intended to help supplement student stipends, house subsidies, and anything related to supporting you during an internship. 

    Are there limitations on what I can use the stipend for? 

    The stipend cannot be used for tuition or health subsidy.